Last Updated: January 2025
AnyShield ("AnyShield," "we," "us," or "our") provides real-time safety alerts, location-based notifications, and AI-powered incident detection. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your personal data. By using AnyShield, you agree to this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to operate and improve AnyShield:
A. Location Data
We collect precise device location (GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cell towers) to provide safety alerts. Background location may be used when enabled. If you disable location, core features may not work.
B. Device & Network Information
Includes your device model, operating system, app version, IP address, browser type, crash logs, and similar technical data.
C. Account Information
Includes your name, email, phone number, profile image, and any optional details you provide.
D. Usage Information
We collect data about how you interact with the app, including pages viewed, alerts tapped, settings modified, timestamps, and feature usage.
E. User-Submitted Content
This includes reports, photos, videos, descriptions, comments, and any incident-related content you upload. Depending on your choices, this may be visible to other users or the public.
F. Third-Party & Public Data
We may use publicly available sources, official emergency feeds, or authorized third-party data to help identify incidents.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Deliver real-time safety alerts based on your location.
- Process and analyze potential incidents using AI and automated detection models.
- Improve accuracy and reduce false positives or missed events.
- Enhance app performance, reliability, and safety features.
- Protect user safety and maintain service integrity.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms.
AI-Generated Information Disclaimer
AI-based alerts and incident classifications may be incomplete, inaccurate, or delayed. These insights do not replace emergency services. Always contact local authorities during real emergencies.
3. How We Share Information
A. With Other Users
Content you intentionally submit (such as incident photos or videos) may be visible to other users or publicly. Your precise location is not shared without consent.
B. Service Providers
We share data with cloud hosts, analytics providers, moderation services, and other partners who help us operate the platform.
C. Law Enforcement
We may disclose information when required by law or in situations involving threats to safety. We do not voluntarily provide continuous user location data without legal mandate.
D. Business Transfers
If AnyShield undergoes a merger, acquisition, or restructuring, data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to provide AnyShield's services, comply with legal obligations, prevent misuse, and support safety. Some information may be kept in anonymized or aggregated form indefinitely.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, delete, or correct your data. These requests can be submitted to: [email protected]
6. International Data Transfers
AnyShield may store or process data in countries outside your own. We use safeguards such as contractual protections and secure processing frameworks to protect transferred data.
7. Children's Privacy
AnyShield is not intended for anyone under age 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy when necessary. When updates occur, the "Last Updated" date at the top of the page will be modified. Continued use of AnyShield after changes means you accept the revised policy.
9. Contact Us
For privacy concerns, questions, or data requests:
Email: [email protected]
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